Denver Convention Center

[opie011]

Can I have my CCW at the convention center. I did a small search but couldn't find info on their security measures. I can't remember if they have metal detecters etc...TIA

[bellavite1]

I believe they have signs posted on all doors.
If so they do not need metal detectors.

[Irving]

Is the convention center where you go to watch plays and the orchestra? If so, they just have ticket checkers, but no metal detectors that I remember. Sorry if I'm thinking of the wrong place.

[opie011]

What happens when you get caught carrying(You wouldn't be concealing well if caught) with signs posted "no firearms", do you get asked to leave? IIRC you only get a tresspassing ticket when asked to leave and you don't comply?

[Irving]

They probably call the police. I imagine that if you leave before the police get there that nothing happens.

I'm just assuming though, because I don't know.

[cowboykjohnson]

What happens when you get caught carrying(You wouldn't be concealing well if caught) with signs posted "no firearms", do you get asked to leave? IIRC you only get a trespassing ticket when asked to leave and you don't comply?
If you get caught I assume you get charged with illegal possession of a firearm...would you? or they ask you to leave, it's their discretion.

[newracer]

The Colorado Convention Center is owned by the city of Denver. Therefore they cannot legally prohibit concealed carry per the CRS unless all entrances have metal detectors with guards and the oppotunity to store your weapon while inside.

[Circuits]

Carrying a firearm, openly or concealed, on private property which is posted "no firearms" would (if detected and prosecuted) get charged under third degree criminal trespass, which is a Class 1 Petty Offense.


Petty Offenses in Colorado – Laws & Penalties

Petty offenses are the least serious of criminal charges, but still carry the potential for jail time and a mark on your criminal record.

Class 1 Petty offenses carry a potential sentence of 6 months in jail and fines up to $500.

Class 2 Petty offenses are sentenced according to the charge. This means that if you are charged with a Class 2 petty offense, the law concerning that particular offense will dictate your sentence. Maximum punishments are typically less than that of class 1 petty offenses.

As noted above, on public property, only open carry may be prohibited with just signage - while concealed carry can only be prohibited with screening equipment and providing storage.

[opie011]

Exactly what I was looking for...thanks guys[Beer]

[cowboykjohnson]

Thanks, that clears things up for me too.[Beer]

[Moviestar]

The denver performing arts center has posted "no firearms" in the Boettcher concert hall and buelle theater, not sure about the opera house. Even though there is no screening equipment, it is still unlawful for you to carry there. The convention center, as far as I know, has nothing posted about firearms but certain shows there would prevent you from carrying, the fire fighters convention had it posted no firearms for example. I will be there a little later and can check if you want. Also, because it is in Denver county you can't open carry.


Here's a map that is pretty helpful:

http://www.rmgo.org/merchant/map_view.php